If you’re diving into Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, you probably already know that alchemy is a game-changer. And the best part? You don’t need to buy recipes! We’ve brewed and tested these potions so you don’t have to waste your Groschen figuring it out. Here are the best potions to brew early in the game—for free!

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• Dry Your Herbs – Use the drying rack to keep your herbs fresh. Nothing sucks more than gathering ingredients only to find out they’ve gone bad.
• Buy Herbs Cheap – Aside from thistle and dandelion, you can buy most herbs from the Talmberg Apothecary. Stock up every time he restocks!
• Get the Secret of Equilibrium Perk – Once you hit Alchemy level 8, this perk lets you ignore small mistakes and make higher-quality potions.

1. Saviour Schnapps – The Most Important Potion

If you don’t want to lose hours of progress, you’ll want to brew a ton of these. Saviour Schnapps lets you manually save your game, and if that isn’t the most overpowered potion, I don’t know what is. Since KCD2 doesn’t let you save on a whim, running out of these can be brutal. Luckily, the ingredients are easy to find! Ingredients:

• Wine (base)
• 1x Nettle – Found near water or woods.
• 2x Belladonna – Can be bought from the Apothecary or found near picnic baskets and springs. How to Brew:
  1. Pour wine into the raised cauldron.
  2. Add 1 handful of nettle.
  3. Pump the bellows once.
  4. Lower the cauldron and boil for 2 turns.
  5. Raise the cauldron back up.
  6. Grind and add 2 handfuls of belladonna.
  7. Pump the bellows once.
  8. Lower the cauldron and boil for 1 more turn.
  9. Raise the cauldron and pour it into a vial. Bonus: High-quality Saviour Schnapps boost Strength, Vitality, and Agility!

2. Marigold Decoction – The Easy Healing Potion

Quick, cheap, and essential for survival. If you’re looking to grind Alchemy XP fast, Marigold Decoction is the way to go. It only takes 90 seconds to brew, requires minimal ingredients, and sells for a decent price. Plus, you’ll always need healing! Ingredients:

• Water (base)
• 1x Nettle
• 2x Marigold – Found all over the Apothecary’s garden. How to Brew:
  1. Pour water into the raised cauldron.
  2. Add 1 handful of nettle.
  3. Pump the bellows once, lower the cauldron, and boil for 2 turns.
  4. Raise the cauldron back up.
  5. Grind and add 2 handfuls of marigold.
  6. Pour into a vial. Bonus: Brew multiple in a row to level up Alchemy quickly!

3. Digestive Potion – Fix Your Food Poisoning

Overate? Got poisoned? This potion will save you. Food poisoning in KCD2 is no joke. It wrecks your health, Strength, Agility, and Vitality, and if you’re over-encumbered because of it, you’re stuck moving at a snail’s pace. Ingredients:

• Water (base)
• 2x Thistle – Found southeast of Talmberg.
• 1x Nettle
• 1x Charcoal – Buy from the Apothecary or steal from blacksmith bags. How to Brew:
  1. Pour water into the raised cauldron.
  2. Add 2 handfuls of thistle.
  3. Pump the bellows once, lower the cauldron, and boil for 2 turns.
  4. Raise the cauldron back up.
  5. Grind and add 1 handful of nettle.
  6. Pump the bellows once, lower the cauldron, and boil for 1 turn.
  7. Raise the cauldron back up.
  8. Grind and add 1 handful of charcoal.
  9. Pour into a vial. Bonus: A high-quality brew raises Vitality!

4. Buck’s Blood – Boost Your Stamina

More stamina = more fighting, blocking, and running away like a coward. Stamina in KCD2 determines how long you last in fights. If your stamina runs out, you’ll start taking direct health damage, even if you’re wearing armor. Buck’s Blood increases stamina and stamina regeneration, so it’s a must-have for combat. Ingredients:

• Oil (base)
• 1x St. John’s Wort – Found in forest glades or gardens.
• 1x Comfrey – Grows near water or in ditches.
• 1x Dandelion – Found near Talmberg. How to Brew:
  1. Pour oil into the raised cauldron.
  2. Grind and add 1 handful of St. John’s Wort.
  3. Add 1 handful of Comfrey.
  4. Pump the bellows once and boil for 1 turn.
  5. Raise the cauldron back up.
  6. Add 1 handful of dandelion.
  7. Pump the bellows and boil for 1 turn, continuously pumping the bellows throughout.
  8. Raise the cauldron back up and pour into a vial. Bonus: You’ll regenerate stamina faster, perfect for longer fights!

5. Hair o’ the Dog – The Anti-Drunk Potion

Party hard? Drink this after. Alcohol in KCD2 is both a buff and a curse. It gives temporary stat boosts but can lead to drunkenness, addiction, and hangovers. This potion removes those negative effects, making it a must-have if you like to drink (or are forced to). Ingredients:

• Water (base)
• 1x Sage – Found in the Apothecary’s garden.
• 1x St. John’s Wort
• 1x Mint – Found in gardens and near houses. How to Brew:
  1. Pour water into the raised cauldron.
  2. Add 1 handful of sage and 1 handful of St. John’s Wort.
  3. Pump the bellows once and boil for 3 turns.
  4. Raise the cauldron back up.
  5. Grind and add 1 handful of mint.

6. Pour into a vial.

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Final Thoughts

Brewing potions in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 isn’t just useful—it’s necessary for survival. Whether you need to heal, boost stamina, sober up, or cure food poisoning, these potions will help you through the early game. Which potion do you use the most? Let us know!

FAQs

What’s the best potion to brew first in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?

Saviour Schnapps! Without it, you can’t manually save, and losing hours of progress hurts more than a bad combat decision.

How do I level up Alchemy quickly?

Spam Marigold Decoction. It’s cheap, takes 90 seconds to brew, and you can sell extras for profit while gaining XP.

Where do I find Belladonna for Saviour Schnapps?

Check picnic baskets near springs, southeast of Talmberg, or just buy it cheap from the Apothecary whenever he restocks.